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Lieutenant Nungesser with Nieuport biplane
Lieutenant Charles Nungesser (1892-1927) - French flying ace during the First World War who suffered seventeen injuries during his time flying during the war. He died in May 1927 in an attempt to make the first transatlantic flight without stopping with Francois Coli. Pictured with Nieuport biplane. Date: circa 1916
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Bi Plane Lieutenant Nieuport Nungesser Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the determination and courage of Lieutenant Charles Nungesser, a decorated French flying ace during World War I. Born in 1892, Nungesser joined the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) of the French Army in 1914 and quickly distinguished himself in combat. Over the course of the war, he sustained an impressive seventeen injuries, earning him the nickname "The Miracle Man." Pictured here, Nungesser is seen standing confidently next to his Nieuport biplane, a symbol of the technological marvels of the era and the means by which he defied the odds on the battlefield. The Nieuport 11, a single-seat, biplane fighter, was a favorite among pilots for its agility and maneuverability. With its sleek lines and powerful engine, it embodied the spirit of innovation and progress that characterized the early days of aviation. Although Nungesser's military career came to an end with the signing of the Armistice in 1918, his passion for flying remained undiminished. In 1927, he teamed up with Francois Coli in an ambitious attempt to make the first non-stop transatlantic flight from Paris to New York. Tragically, their attempt ended in disaster when their plane, the "City of Paris," disappeared over the Atlantic Ocean, leaving the world to mourn the loss of these intrepid aviators. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Nungesser's extraordinary achievements and the spirit of adventure that drove him to push the boundaries of what was thought possible. Dating from around 1916, it captures a moment in time when the world was on the cusp of a new era in transportation and the lives of men like Nungesser were forever etched into the annals of history.
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